Mysia, Pergamon; head of Athena/owl
Description:
Mysia, Pergamon, 2nd - 1st century BC. Head of Athena right wearing crested helmet ornamented with star / ΑΘΗΝΑΣ-ΝΙΚΗΦΟΡΟΥ; owl flying facing, carrying palm branch in talons.
Diameter:
AE17 mm
Weight:
3,4 g
Grade:
VF/aVF
Attribution:
Sear 3963 var; SNG Cop 383 ff
Commentary:
green patina with light sandy deposits, well centered, good details
History:
Pergamon was briefly the capital of the Roman province of Asia, before the capital was transferred to Ephesus.
Article Number:
011-02-05-41652